Bilstein B8 Sport Rear Shock Absorber / Damper (Short-Stroke) for BMW 3 Series E46 xi AWD (4WD) 325xi 330xi 1999-2005 - Monotube Gas, Uprated Performance, Suits Lowering Springs - Direct Bolt-On Rear Strut - Sold Individually

Bilstein B8 Sport Rear Shock for BMW 3 Series E46 xi AWD

Give your E46 xi all-wheel-drive the rear-end control it deserves. This short-stroke Bilstein B8 rear shocker is tuned for lowered cars that run sport springs, delivering crisp body control, confident grip and a firm, composed ride on British roads. If you want sharper response, tighter chassis feel and predictable handling without crashiness, this is the uprated rear damper to choose.

Built around Bilstein’s gas-pressurised monotube architecture, the B8 rear shock unit offers fast, consistent damping and excellent thermal stability, so performance stays consistent on back roads, motorway on-ramps and spirited weekend blasts. The shortened body is specifically calibrated to work with lowering springs, keeping the piston in the sweet spot of its travel to prevent float and bounce you get from mismatched stock-length shocks on a lowered E46 xi.

• Optimised for lowered BMW 3 Series E46 xi AWD rear axle with sport springs
• Gas-pressurised monotube design for consistent, fade-resistant control
• Short-stroke body keeps the car planted with improved wheel control
• Bolt-on fitment using factory mounts, OEM-level build quality
• Cuts squat and roll, improves traction and steering precision
• Durable, road-proven construction for daily use and fast-road driving
• Sold per side, rear position only, replacement in pairs recommended

We have installed and driven this setup on E46 xi platforms and feedback from MJ Modifications customers has been consistently strong. Ride quality remains daily-friendly, yet the rear end feels more settled over uneven tarmac and more confidence-inspiring through quick direction changes. Pair with quality lowering springs for a properly balanced suspension upgrade.

Who is it for

• BMW 3 Series E46 xi AWD owners wanting an uprated rear shock absorber that matches lowering springs
• Drivers after sharper turn-in, better mid-corner stability and cleaner exits under power
• Enthusiasts who want a bolt-on, no-drama upgrade with OEM-style fit and finish

Fitment

• Location: Rear
• Compatibility: BMW 3 Series E46 xi all-wheel-drive models
• Quantity: Price is for one rear unit
• Best results when paired with quality lowering springs

Installation

Professional installation recommended. MJ Modifications offers fitting at our workshop in Warwickshire. For a quote, email info@mjmodifications.co.uk.

In the box

• 1 x Bilstein B8 rear shock unit for BMW 3 Series E46 xi AWD

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